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Effects of diazepam on operant behavior in man.

Author: CarltonP L, CookL, MurphreeH B, SiegelJ L

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Overview

Diazepam is a medication used to treat anxiety. This study investigated the effects of diazepam on the responding of normal human volunteers. Diazepam produced an antipunishment effect, increasing behavior suppressed by monetary loss.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The effects of diazepam (10 mg orally) on the responding of normal human volunteers was studied in a procedure that involved the maintenance of operant behavior by monetary reinforcement and its suppression by monetary loss (punishment). Diazepam produced an antipunishment effect as shown by an incr...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00426457

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Diazepam's Effects on Operant Behavior in Humans

The study of [diazepam] and its effects on human behavior is an important area of research in [pharmacology]. This study investigated the impact of [diazepam] on the operant behavior of healthy volunteers using a procedure involving monetary reinforcement and punishment. The researchers found that [diazepam] produced an [antipunishment effect], leading to an increase in behavior suppressed by monetary loss. This finding provides evidence for the anxiolytic properties of [diazepam].

Diazepam: A Potential Anti-Anxiety Agent

The [antipunishment effect] observed in this study suggests that [diazepam] has potential anxiolytic properties. The ability of [diazepam] to reduce the impact of punishment could translate into a reduction of anxiety in individuals. The findings warrant further investigation into the potential clinical applications of [diazepam] for anxiety disorders.

Understanding the Mind's Response to Anxiety

Imagine a desert landscape where a traveler faces a series of challenges and rewards. This study explores how [diazepam] can alter the traveler's response to the challenges, making them less fearful of potential losses. The researchers' findings shed light on the complex interplay between [diazepam], behavior, and anxiety, offering valuable insights into the workings of the human mind.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a journey through a desert landscape, reveals how [diazepam] can influence human behavior and potentially alleviate anxiety. The findings offer a fascinating glimpse into the mind's response to punishment and provide a foundation for further research into the therapeutic potential of [diazepam] for anxiety disorders.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1981-09-15
  2. Date Revised 2019-12-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

6789350

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1007/BF00426457

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